I'm never buying granola again! Yes, that's how I feel after making this... and after you make your own, I bet you will feel the same way. Well, I hope that you would. Many of the items we purchase at the grocery store are also easy to make at home. I literally just looked in … Continue reading Homemade Pumpkin Spice Granola
Recently, I had the opportunity to instruct a paint party and bring desserts. We painted my butterfly and sunflower piece, which was very fitting to the occasion when you think about the process of how a caterpillar turns into a butterfly and turning 16 years old. I taught this painting back in July and I … Continue reading Sweet 16 Paint Party
The Events' Theme: Created to Create Exodus 30 30-35 30 Then Moses said to the Israelites, “See, the Lord has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah, 31 and he has filled him with the Spirit of God, with wisdom, with understanding, with knowledge and with all kinds of skills— … Continue reading Painting with a Sis Event + Create Your Own Opportunities
A couple of years ago, I attended an event in downtown Los Angeles called Artisanal LA, where you can sample and shop more than 100 goods from local makers, crafters and chefs. The first time I attended, my eyes were wide open and spent way too much money, but it was well spent. I discovered … Continue reading Homemade Vanilla Sea Salt
Last year, I ventured off into vegan baking out of curiosity. Every vegan dessert I'd tasted before did not taste good, yet I saw recipes popping up all over social media. I love sweets, but it would be great to enjoy a nice pastry that is lower in calories and fat. So, as an effort … Continue reading Delicious and Moist Vegan Berry Muffins
I love Vanilla! Vanilla candles, Vanilla room sprays, Vanilla cake, Vanilla ice cream... The smell and taste of it just makes me happy; and as much as I like to bake, none of the flavors really savor my palette quite like Vanilla does. Some people think it's kind of boring, however, it's the most popular … Continue reading Homemade Extract: Madagascar Vanilla Bourbon + Tahitian Vanilla Brandy
This is one project I am very proud of. I received this dresser from my mother-in-law when she moved and thought it would be a great project to work on. I began to brainstorm ideas about this dresser last December when I had a flush creativity I talked about in I Finally Did It. I … Continue reading DIY: Upcycled Dresser
As we gear up for the holiday season, I am excited to start writing out my list of baked goods. Carrot, German Chocolate, and Red Velvet are usually requested by my family, but I’m ready for it all... and now is the best time to prepare. One of the items I like to incorporate into … Continue reading Homemade Extract: Orange Bourbon
I think I may have an obsession for blueberries... I originally bought blueberries for my son to snack on, and it has quickly become a favorite of mine. Especially when I want something sweet and don't want the calories that come with it. I now keep a mandatory stash of blueberries in my freezer. It's … Continue reading Blueberry Compote
